A Patient of Hispanic Descent Is Hospitalized with Depression

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient of Hispanic descent is hospitalized with depression.Considering the traditional cultural world view, which intervention is most applicable to care planning for this patient?

• A) The nurse should confer with the family's oldest woman, who will serve as the primary decision maker.
• B) With the patient's permission, the nurse should consult with family and religious advisors to plan care.
• C) The plan of care should incorporate use of meditation and contemplation techniques.
• D) Acknowledge that Western medical treatment will be readily accepted by the patient.

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